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SUMMARY:The Great Black History Trivia Challenge: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nSo\, you think you’re a history expert\, but how about Black history? If you didn’t already know\, February is Black History Month (BHM) and LLL will be celebrating trivia style! Put on your competitive hat and come have some fun in this educational Jeopardy-style game that will be sure to test your knowledge of Black History. Hosted by QCRC’s Special Project Coordinator Michelle Osbourne\, participants will be set up in groups\, asked a series of questions\, and the team with the most points wins! Join us for laughs\, fun and learning for BHM 2023! \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/the-great-black-history-trivia-challenge-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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SUMMARY:Craft Café #1
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nI’m happy to announce that in May\, my parents\, Chris and Kay Hawker will be visiting Canada. Both will be presenting for LLL that month. In preparation for this\, and my mother’s presentation on embroidery\, I invite you to join me for the first Craft Café activity. Bring any projects you may have and enjoy a cup of tea while chatting and crafting with other LLL members. This will be a limited series\, once a month\, until May. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/craft-cafe-1/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T183000
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SUMMARY:Russia\, Ukraine and Vladimir Putin\, Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nThe Russian attack on Ukraine and the Ukrainians’ amazing resistance is one of the most extraordinary and important events of our lifetime. Its impact will resonate on the world for decades to come. For over a decade Barry has been studying Russian and Ukrainian history\, and has travelled extensively in both countries. He is in daily contact with Ukrainian friends and follows the war closely\, both on a political and military level. \nThis illustrated presentation\, of forty minutes duration\, shows wartime life in the famous Ukrainian city of Odesa and then moves on to a 2015 trip to Moscow to view the 70th anniversary parade of Russia’s winning of the Great Patriotic War. (WWII) Some of the photos are astonishing. \nAfter showing these images\, Barry will move on to try and explain the character and history of the Russian people which has led to this criminal war\, and discuss the personality of Vladimir Putin\, a leader who is the ultimate symbol of Russia’s inability to deal with its turbulent past. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/russia-ukraine-and-vladimir-putin-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T203000
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SUMMARY:Travel Log: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults aged 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nPresented by Barry Lane \nCANADIAN PACIFIC AND THE GOLDEN AGE OF TRAVEL \nThe story of Canadian Pacific is one of the greatest stories in the world. Straddling the continent for more than a century and globe for more than fifty years\, Canadian Pacific is inextricably linked with the history of Canada itself. \nIn 1885\, the company completed the construction of two thousand miles of railway system and linking the Atlantic to the Pacific. It then established fleets of vessels on both the Pacific and Atlantic oceans\, laying the foundation for a transportation route that allowed members of the British Empire to travel around the world. To enhance the travel experience\, the company also constructed great castle-like hotels\, including the Algonquin in St. Andrews\, the Chateau Frontenac in Quebec City\, and the Banff Springs Hotel in the Rockies\, which themselves became landmarks. \nWith a 40 minute illustrated presentation\, author and lecturer\, Barry Lane will relate this special history\, and then go on to talk about his experiences as a cruise ship lecturer and leader of Trans-Canada rail trip journeys. (He has lectured on at least 200 different cruises in Canada\, the US\, and the Caribbean\, and been leader/lecturer of 15 rail trips across Canada\, all of which stayed in CP’s great railway hotels. He will give you some travel trips for your future travels. \nAs a door prize to the talk\, Barry will also offer a copy of his “sumptuously illustrated\,” 2015 book\, “Canadian Pacific and the Golden Age of Travel \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, orcall 418.681.1258. \nSpace is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list for updates on activities. Questions or concerns? Contact Catherine at 418.681.1258.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/travel-log-lifelong-learning/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Holiday Kickoff Finger Food Brunch
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nLifelong Learning’s annual holiday recipe swap is back! Get together with your fellow Lifelong Learners and get your holiday celebrations started. Lifelong Learners\, Frances and Mamie\, will be your hosts. Bring a favourite finger food and/or recipe to share with the group.Recipes can be sent to info@lifelonglearningquebec.org in advance\, we will combine them into one holiday favourite recipe book for all to enjoy. \nBringing a food item and/or recipe is not a requirement to attend. If you do wish to bring an item to share\, we ask that you bring in something that may be eaten without utensils. You are not required to bake or cook\, if your favourite is something from the Provigo/Metro/IGA etc. go ahead and share it! \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org\, Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-holiday-kickoff-finger-food-brunch/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221128T190000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: A Moment of Peace\, Meditation
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nSometimes we need just a little moment of serenity during the holiday season. Join Lifelong Learning member\, Katherine Burgess\, as she guides us through a session of meditation exercises to help us take a moment for ourselves and relax during this hectic time of giving. \nTO REGISTER: email  info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-a-moment-of-peace-meditation/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221124T150000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Quebec Conferences of 1943 and 1944
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nThe Quebec Conferences were two in a series of high-level strategic meetings held by Allied leaders during World War II\, the first from 10-24 August 1943 and the second from 11 to 16 September 1944. The future course of the war was planned at these meetings where Prime Minister Winston Churchill and President Franklin D. Roosevelt came to Quebec City to discuss war strategies. Charles André Nadeau\, a former QCT writer and historian\,has written a book about the Quebec Conferences of 1943 and 1944. The book is currently being edited and it is hoped it will be ready for publication by 2023to coincide with the 80th anniversary of the first of the two conferences. Join Charles-André as he walks us through these historical meetings that took placehere in Quebec City. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-quebec-conferences-of-1943-and-1944/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221123T193000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Let's Talk About the English Language
DESCRIPTION:Let’s Talk about the English Language!\nHave you ever wondered why Queen Elizabeth spoke fluent French? What is the story behind the English language? What language features characterize modern English today?  Otherwise said\, what makes English\, English (and not French\, Italian\, etc.) ? What might  the future of the language be? There is so much to enjoy and explore. Come join this interactive discussion where we explore some of the many delights of the English language! \nMarie White is a newly retired English cegep teacher\, journalist and writer. With her background in Linguistics\, her lifelong passion has been language\, especially English and juxtaposing the English and French languages.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-lets-talk-about-the-english-language/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221109T183000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Express Lunch with Ateliers and Saveurs
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area.FACILITATOR: Ateliers & SaveursJoin us for an exciting cooking class with the lovely people at Ateliers & Saveurs\, we will be taking the themed Express Lunch class. We will make a delicious vegetarian burger with avocado\, dried tomatoes\, mayonnaise mustard\, green salad and balsamic vinaigrette. When registering please let me know if you have any allergies or specific dietary requirements. *PLEASE NOTE: The cost of this event only includes the price of the food. Any extras\, such as drinks will be invoiced to each person individually.TO REGISTER: email Catherine at  info@lifelonglearningquebec.org  or call 418.681.1258.Space is limited to 12 people.If you’re interested in this event\, please register no later than the 26th of October.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-express-lunch-with-ateliers-and-saveurs/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221107T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221107T163000
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SUMMARY:U.S States and National Parks: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFACILITATOR: Mamie Stewart\, Lifelong Learning Member \nTake a trip with fellow Lifelong Learning member\, Mamie\,  to hear about her visits to 10 western states and their national parks in 2021. Our facilitator\, Mamie\, will show us photos and inform us about these incredible places of North America. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org  or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nFREE onsite parking at Eastern Quebec Learning Centre.  Please note\, there is one flight of stairs leading up to the Lifelong Learning Room \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities
URL:https://veq.ca/event/u-s-states-and-national-parks-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Québec City Reading Council\, 3005 Rue William-Stuart\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1W 1V4\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221027T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221027T160000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Genealogy Session
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFacilitator: University Laval\, hosted by Louise Lizotte\, Marc Moreau and Nathalie Vaillancourt \nThis workshop presents genealogy\, its origins in Quebec and the valuable contribution of its precursors. Participants also receive information about the Quebec Genealogy Society\, how to join and the benefits of being part of it. After the two hour workshop you are welcome to stay and begin your own research for your ancestral lineage if you wish. \nParking at University Laval is chargeable on weekdays. \nThose who register will receive further information about the location for the workshop closer to the date. \nTO REGISTER: email Catherine at  info@lifelonglearningquebec.org   or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \n\n\n\nplus d’infos»  copier dans mon agenda»
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-genealogy-session/
LOCATION:Laval University\, Pavillon Charles-Dekoninck\, local 1270\, Québec City\, Quebec\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20221012T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20221012T193000
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Thespian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFacilitator:Meb Reisner\, Lifelong Learning Member \nSession 3 of 4: Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s“The Tempest”! Each week\, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator discusses the play. \nThe Tempest is a “bewitching play” and Shakespeare’s final piece of work. The story concerns Miranda\, a lovely young maiden\, and Prospero\, her philosophical old magician father\, who dwell on an enchanted island\, alone except for their servants: Ariel (an invisible spirit) and Caliban (a monstrous witch’s son). The Tempest contains some of Shakespeare’s most familiar and oft-quoted lines and is a story of comedy\, romance\, and reconciliation. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-thespian-for-a-day-4/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220928T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220928T190000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174840Z
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SUMMARY:Lifelong Learning: Thespian for a Day
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nFacilitator:Meb Reisner\, Lifelong Learning Member \nSession 1 of 4: Become a thespian for a day as the Lifelong Learning room transforms into the Globe Theatre with a reading of William Shakespeare’s“The Tempest”. Each week\, participants will choose a character at random to read aloud while our facilitator discusses the play. \nThe Tempest is a “bewitching play” and Shakespeare’s final piece of work. The story concerns Miranda\, a lovely young maiden\, and Prospero\, her philosophical old magician father\, who dwell on an enchanted island\, alone except for their servants: Ariel (an invisible spirit) and Caliban (a monstrous witch’s son). The Tempest contains some of Shakespeare’s most familiar and oft-quoted lines and is a story of comedy\, romance\, and reconciliation. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org Programme Coordinator or call418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/lifelong-learning-thespian-for-a-day-5/
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20220914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20220914T193000
DTSTAMP:20250414T174858Z
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SUMMARY:Welcome Back Tea: Lifelong Learning
DESCRIPTION:This event is open to all adults age 50+ in the Quebec City area. \nThis year\, Valcartier Military Centre in Ste. Foy is making their space available to LLL.   Please take note that for security reasons\, you MUST register in advance\, names of attendees will be forwarded to the Military Centre in advance. Those not registered will not be able to gain access to the event. \nEnjoy a lovely cup of tea and light snacks with fellow Lifelong Learning members\, QCRC staff and community partners. Whether you are renewing your membership or joining Lifelong Learning for the first time\, this is a great opportunity to hear about upcoming activities and reconnect with friends.Tea and light snacks will be served. \nRegistration is required. RSVP by September 8th. \nANNUAL MEMBERSHIP FEES:Membership is $15 per year and payable on the day of the tea\, guests are welcome at $5 per person. The $5 entrance fee will go towards the membership fee if a guest joins the prgramme before June 2023. If paying in cash\, please try to bring the exact amount of $15. \nCash \, exact amount if possible\,  cheques should be made payable to Quebec City Reading Council. \nPARKING: Free onsite parking and free parking on surrounding streets and in the shopping mall opposite the centre.  The centre is accessible and has dedicated parking space for cars with a blue accessibility sticker. \nTO REGISTER: email info@lifelonglearningquebec.org (Programme Coordinator) or call 418.681.1258. Space is limited. \nSign up for the Lifelong Learning mailing list to notification of upcoming activities.
URL:https://veq.ca/event/welcome-back-tea-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Valcartier Military Centre\, 2630 Bd Hochelaga\, Québec\, Québec City\, Quebec\, G1V 2J6\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine Hawker":MAILTO:info@lifelonglearningquebec.org
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